Description
Sweet Garlic Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a luscious garlic and brown sugar sauce, creating a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors. This recipe transforms any meal into a memorable experience, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With its delightful aroma and glossy presentation, Sweet Garlic Chicken is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until golden brown (1-2 minutes).
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar and soy sauce until smooth, then add to the skillet with garlic.
- Place seasoned chicken in the skillet, spooning sauce over each piece.
- Transfer skillet or baking dish to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- After baking, sprinkle chopped green onions on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg